{"title":"Rondinella","description":"\u003cp\u003eRondinella is one of the quiet workhorses of Italian wine, a grape you will rarely see named on a label of its own. Its job is to support rather than lead, adding colour and gentle spice to the red blends of the Veneto in north-east Italy, so if you have enjoyed a Valpolicella, Ripasso or Amarone, you have almost certainly been drinking it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA supporting grape, almost always blended with Corvina\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRondinella is the reliable second in the classic Veneto trio, planted alongside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/corvina\"\u003eCorvina\u003c\/a\u003e, which carries most of the aroma and structure. Rondinella brings deep ruby colour, soft body and a faintly herbal, spicy edge, but less scent and character than Corvina, so it fills out a blend rather than stars in it. It is productive and dependable, ripening steadily and shrugging off rot, which growers prize for consistency. You meet it throughout the reds of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/veneto\"\u003eVeneto\u003c\/a\u003e, in Valpolicella, Ripasso and Amarone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAppassimento, Amarone and lighter Bardolino\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRondinella's thick skins and steady sugars make it well suited to appassimento, the drying process where grapes rest on racks for months to concentrate before pressing. That is how Amarone and the richer Ripasso styles are built, and Rondinella takes to it happily, keeping its colour through the long dry. In lighter wines it plays a larger part: Bardolino uses more Rondinella and less Corvina, giving a pale, easy \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-wine\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/a\u003e for early drinking. To see where else these grapes grow, explore the rest of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/italy\"\u003eItaly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRondinella FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Rondinella ever sold as a single-variety wine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery rarely. It is a blending grape at heart, grown to support Corvina, so almost everything you will find is a Valpolicella, Ripasso, Amarone or Bardolino in which Rondinella plays a backing role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Rondinella taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn its own it is gentle: red cherry and berry fruit, a little dried herb and spice, and often a faintly bitter almond note on the finish. In a blend it mainly adds colour, softness and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food suits these wines?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the style. Light Valpolicella and Bardolino love pizza, tomato pasta and charcuterie, while richer Ripasso and Amarone want roast and braised meats, mushrooms and hard, aged cheeses like Parmigiano.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dal-forno-vigne-sere-passito-2003","title":"Dal Forno Vigne Seré Passito 2003","description":"\u003cp\u003eDal Forno Vigne Seré Passito 2003 is a rare and uncompromising sweet wine from Veneto, crafted in the spirit of a great Recioto-style wine, though it does not carry the official classification. Made in tiny quantities and only in exceptional vintages, it reflects Dal Forno’s signature precision, intensity and sense of luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine appears almost opaque, with deep dark color and violet highlights. The nose is powerful and layered, offering aromas of cherry liqueur, dried figs, cocoa, coffee, licorice and warm spices.\n\nOn the palate it is rich, concentrated and velvety, with generous sweetness balanced by impressive freshness and structure. The tannins are silky, the fruit is ripe and dark, and the finish is exceptionally long, unfolding with notes of chocolate, spice and more dried fruit. Thanks to its depth and balance, it has excellent aging potential and can continue to evolve beautifully for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from selected parcels in the Illasi Valley, this 2003 vintage is made from Corvina, Rondinella, Croatina and Oseleta. The grapes were carefully hand-harvested, then dried for around four months using the traditional appassimento method, which concentrates flavor, sugar and aroma before a slow fermentation preserves natural sweetness.\n\nProduction follows the same exacting standards as Dal Forno’s Amarone, with severe grape selection, very low yields and maturation in new French barriques. The warm 2003 growing season contributed to the wine’s especially ripe, concentrated and mature fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest served slightly cool, around 14-16°C, to keep the sweetness and structure in balance. It pairs beautifully with dark chocolate desserts, berry-based pastries, blue cheese, almond tart or simply on its own as a медitative after-dinner wine. 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After the second fermentation on the estate’s Amarone grape skins, the wine matures for 12 months in oak casks, adding roundness, spice, and a more inviting overall profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for roasted meats, braised dishes, game, mushroom risotto, and mature hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider a short decant if opening it young to let the aromas fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBegali Lorenzo is a respected family producer in Valpolicella, known for focusing on traditional methods and excellent raw material from the heart of the region. 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With its inky color, immense depth, and complex layers of matured aromas, it’s a wine made for serious collectors and lovers of rich, opulent Italian reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Sergio Zenato Amarone Riserva is almost opaque, with a dense, inky core and slow-moving, glycerol-rich legs that hint at its concentration and high alcohol. The nose is intense and evolved, offering waves of tarry smoke, baked dark fruit, dried black cherries, figs, and plums, layered with cocoa, licorice, leather, and a touch of sweet spice. As it opens, more savory notes appear—tobacco leaf, balsamic, and a subtle hint of dried herbs.\n\nOn the palate, this is a full-bodied, powerful Amarone with a velvety texture and immense richness. Flavors of dried blackberries, cherry compote, and dates intertwine with dark chocolate, espresso, and smoky, almost tar-like nuances that echo the nose. The warm, dry 2015 vintage and appassimento process have created a wine with notable oxidative complexity and an alcohol level around 16.5%, yet it remains balanced by firm, ripe tannins and a long, lingering finish. While already showing advanced development and tertiary notes, it still has the structure to age further over the next 8–12 years, evolving toward more leather, spice, and dried fruit complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSergio Zenato Amarone Riserva is born in the historic heart of Valpolicella Classico in Veneto, where limestone-rich soils, well-drained hillsides, and a temperate climate by Lake Garda come together to favor slow, even ripening and high-quality fruit. The blend is composed of about 80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, with the balance Oseleta and Croatina, sourced from older, low-yielding vineyards. Grapes are carefully hand-harvested and then undergo the traditional appassimento process—being laid out in ventilated drying lofts for several months, concentrating sugars, flavors, and tannins. After a long, slow fermentation of the dried grapes, the wine is aged extensively in oak (typically large Slavonian casks and\/or barriques) to build complexity, followed by additional bottle aging before release as a Riserva in limited quantities (around 9,000 bottles).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a meditation wine that shines with equally rich and flavorful dishes: think braised beef short ribs, slow-cooked osso buco, venison stews, or dry-aged ribeye with a charred crust. It also pairs beautifully with truffle dishes, mature hard cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano or aged Grana Padano, and dark chocolate desserts with minimal sweetness. 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Flavors of macerated blackberries, dried cherries and dates are interwoven with licorice, dark chocolate, roasted coffee beans and a savory, almost salty, smoky undertone that adds complexity and length. The finish is long, warm and persistent, with spice and dried fruit notes lingering. Built for the long haul, this 2016 has the structure and concentration to age gracefully for 20+ years in a good cellar, gradually gaining more tertiary notes of leather, truffle and forest floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSergio Zenato Amarone Riserva is crafted from carefully selected old-vine Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and a small portion of local varieties grown in the historic Classico zone of Valpolicella in Veneto. The vineyards sit on well-drained, limestone and clay-rich soils with good exposure, allowing for optimal ripening and intensity of flavor. Only the healthiest bunches are hand-harvested, then laid out in traditional fruttai (drying lofts) for several months of appassimento, during which the grapes slowly dehydrate and concentrate their sugars, acids and aromas. After a gentle pressing, the must undergoes a long, slow fermentation at controlled temperatures to extract deep color, complex aromatics and supple tannins. The wine is then aged for an extended period in oak—often a combination of large Slavonian casks and smaller French barriques—before further bottle aging, resulting in a richly textured yet harmonious Amarone with great depth and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Amarone Riserva shines alongside robust, richly flavored dishes: slow-braised beef short ribs, osso buco, roast venison or wild boar, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, mature pecorino and truffle-inflected dishes all make superb partners. 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Dense, complex and deeply layered, it captures the sun‑drenched richness of Veneto with remarkable finesse and balance. Awarded 97 points and produced in very limited quantities, this is a showpiece bottle designed for both the cellar and the grand table.\n\nNamed in honor of winery founder Sergio Zenato, this Riserva represents the pinnacle of the estate’s Amarone production. Sourced from top vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico zone and made only in outstanding vintages, it showcases long air‑drying of the grapes and extended aging to achieve extraordinary concentration and longevity. In this rare 3L format, the wine evolves even more slowly, promising over two decades of graceful development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2016 Sergio Zenato Riserva shows a luminous yet impenetrably deep ruby‑garnet core with a rich, viscous texture that clings to the sides of the glass. The nose is intensely perfumed with ripe and dark fruit—think black cherry compote, dried plum and blackberry liqueur—wrapped in layers of sweet spice, cocoa, pipe tobacco and vanilla. Savory, saline and gently smoky nuances emerge with air, alongside hints of leather, licorice, dried rose and forest undergrowth that speak to its complexity and pedigree.\n\nOn the palate this is full‑bodied, thick and opulent, with the hallmark Amarone concentration and an alcohol level around 16.5% that is impressively integrated. The fruit is plush and mouth‑coating, with flavors of dried black cherries, figs, dates and cassis, interwoven with espresso, dark chocolate, clove, and a touch of balsamic richness. Despite its power, the tannins are soft, fine‑grained and slightly dusty, creating a velvety structure, while a balancing spine of acidity keeps the wine vibrant rather than heavy. In Double Magnum format, this Riserva has outstanding aging potential; properly cellared, it can easily evolve and drink beautifully for 20+ years, gaining more truffle, leather and spice complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Sergio Zenato is sourced from prime hillside vineyards in the historic Valpolicella Classico area of Veneto, where poor, calcareous and clay‑limestone soils, good drainage and wide diurnal temperature swings help produce grapes of exceptional concentration and aromatic intensity. The traditional blend is dominated by Corvina and Corvinone, supported by Rondinella and small local varieties, all hand‑harvested at optimal ripeness. After picking, the grapes undergo the classic appassimento process, being carefully laid out in well‑ventilated fruttai (drying lofts) for several months to naturally dehydrate and concentrate sugars, flavors and phenolics. Fermentation takes place slowly on the skins, extracting deep color and structure, followed by a long maturation in oak barrels and further aging in bottle as a Riserva before release. The 2016 Sergio Riserva was bottled in a heavy glass format, with only around 9,000 bottles produced, underscoring its artisanal and limited nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a meditative wine that shines at the table with richly flavored, slow‑cooked dishes. Pair it with braised beef short ribs, ossobuco, venison stew, roasted game birds, truffle risotto, aged Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano, and hard, mature cheeses like Monte Veronese or Pecorino. It also works beautifully with dark chocolate desserts featuring dried fruit or nuts, though it is equally rewarding sipped on its own after a meal. Serve at 18–19°C (64–66°F), ideally giving the Double Magnum a generous decant of 2–3 hours to allow the aromas and texture to fully open. Use large, tulip‑shaped red wine glasses, and if serving over an evening, expect the wine to evolve impressively in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1960 by Sergio Zenato on the shores of Lake Garda, Zenato has grown from a small family venture into one of Veneto’s benchmark producers, particularly renowned for its Amarone and Lugana wines. The estate played a key role in elevating Valpolicella’s reputation on the world stage, proving that Amarone could achieve both depth of flavor and impeccable balance. Today, the Zenato family continues to oversee the vineyards and cellar with the same commitment to low yields, meticulous selection and patient aging. 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With its dense color, layered complexity and refined power, it captures the very soul of Amarone and the hills where it’s born. This limited-release Riserva (only about 9,000 bottles produced) is built for long aging, with the concentration and structure to evolve beautifully for more than 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2016 Sergio Zenato Riserva shows a luminous, deep ruby to garnet color, with remarkable intensity and viscosity that clings to the sides of the glass. The nose is opulent and complex: ripe dark cherry, black plum and blackberry compote are woven with notes of dried fig, cocoa, sweet tobacco, balsamic herbs and a distinctive smoky, savory edge. Subtle hints of baking spice, vanilla, licorice and dried roses add further nuance as the wine opens.\n\nOn the palate, this is a thick, full-bodied and richly textured Amarone, with impressive fruit weight and an alcohol level around 16.5% that is seamlessly wrapped in concentrated flavor. The attack is plush and generous, offering layers of dark fruit, kirsch, chocolate, roasted coffee bean and black pepper, supported by salty, slightly smoky mineral tones. The tannins are soft yet firm enough to give grip, described as silky and “dusty” rather than aggressive, and the finish is very long, warm and persistent. This 2016 has the balance and structure to age gracefully for two decades or more in magnum, gaining further complexity, truffle notes and tertiary nuances with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sergio Zenato Amarone Riserva comes from carefully selected old-vine parcels in the Valpolicella Classico zone of Veneto, where limestone- and clay-rich soils and hillside exposures contribute both concentration and finesse to the fruit. Grapes—primarily Corvina with Rondinella and local indigenous varieties—are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness and then laid out in well-ventilated drying lofts for several months in the traditional appassimento method, allowing them to partially dehydrate and intensify in flavor and sugar. After gentle pressing and a long, slow fermentation on the skins, the wine is aged for extended periods (often around four years) in large oak casks and barriques, followed by further bottle aging before release, ensuring remarkable depth, polish and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful Amarone Riserva is best matched with equally rich, flavorful dishes: think braised beef cheeks, ossobuco, slow-cooked lamb shanks, wild boar ragù, mature hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano, or aged Asiago and blue cheeses. It also makes a luxurious after-dinner wine with dark chocolate or simply sipped on its own as a meditation wine. Serve at about 18°C (64–66°F); if the bottle is too warm, a brief chill will help the alcohol feel better integrated. 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Fine but persistent tannins and a well-judged fresh acidity bring structure and lift to the generous fruit. The finish is long, warming and multi-layered, suggesting excellent aging potential. Properly cellared, this 2020 vintage should evolve gracefully for 10–15 years or more, developing greater complexity in its tertiary notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Marne 180 come from hillside vineyards in Valpolicella with marl-rich soils and optimal exposures that favor slow, even ripening. Traditional Amarone production begins with a careful hand selection of bunches, which are then laid out in drying lofts (fruttai) for several months, allowing water to evaporate and flavors and sugars to concentrate. After the appassimento period, the desiccated grapes are gently pressed and the must undergoes a long, slow fermentation to near dryness, resulting in an intense yet predominantly dry red. 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Flavours of macerated cherry, dried blackberry and blackcurrant mingle with licorice, cocoa, roasted coffee bean and a subtle savoury edge. The finish is long, warm and persistent, with a lingering impression of dried fruit and spice. Built to age, it will continue to develop greater complexity and tertiary notes (leather, truffle, underbrush) over the next 10–15 years, and will easily hold beyond that in optimal cellar conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFerragù’s Amarone della Valpolicella is born from hillside vineyards in Veneto, where poor, rocky soils and significant day–night temperature swings help concentrate aromas and flavours in the grapes. The classic Valpolicella blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Croatina, Oseleta and Rondinella is hand-harvested, with rigorous selection of only the healthiest, ripest bunches. In true Amarone style, the grapes are then laid out to partially dry (appassimento), concentrating sugars, acids and phenolics before a slow, temperature-controlled fermentation. After maceration to extract colour and structure, the wine is aged in oak barrels to harmonise its richness, build complexity and refine the tannins before bottling and further bottle aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a contemplative wine that shines with rich, flavourful dishes: think braised beef or oxtail, slow-cooked lamb shanks, game stews, aged hard cheeses (Parmigiano Reggiano, Grana Padano, mature Pecorino) and truffle-infused dishes. It also pairs beautifully with dark chocolate desserts or can be enjoyed on its own as a meditative after-dinner wine. Serve at 18–20 °C (64–68 °F). 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Subtle dried rose petals and a touch of balsamic lift add complexity.\n\nThe palate is full-bodied and generous, with a velvety texture and a core of sweet, ripe dark fruit balanced by firm but well-knit tannins. Flavours of black cherry compote, macerated berries and dates are intertwined with cocoa, licorice, clove and a savoury, almost earthy note typical of classic Amarone. The alcohol is warming but well integrated, supported by a fresh, gently balancing acidity that keeps the wine from feeling heavy. The finish is long and persistent, with lingering notes of dried fruit and spice. 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Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness and then laid in small crates to undergo the appassimento process, where they dry for several weeks to months, concentrating sugars, flavours and tannins. After gentle pressing and a long, slow fermentation, the wine is aged in a combination of oak (often large casks and\/or barriques) to integrate tannins and build complexity, before further bottle aging prior to release, resulting in a richly layered yet harmonious expression of Amarone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Amarone is a natural partner for rich, flavourful dishes such as braised beef short ribs, slow-cooked lamb shank, venison stew, osso buco or mature hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or aged Grana Padano. It also works beautifully with game birds, truffle-based dishes and deeply savoury mushroom ragù over polenta or pasta. 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Flavors of cherry compote, dried figs, candied orange peel, and dark chocolate unfold alongside hints of cinnamon, clove, and a subtle nuttiness. Tannins are fine and well-integrated, providing structure without harshness. While this 2024 vintage will be delicious in its youth, Recioto della Valpolicella generally has good aging potential; over 8–12 years in a proper cellar, it can develop more complex notes of leather, dried fruit, and spice while retaining its core of sweetness and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Recioto is born in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, in the hills around Negrar, where vineyards benefit from well-drained calcareous and marl soils and a mild, ventilated climate influenced by nearby Lake Garda. 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It also pairs beautifully with blue cheeses such as Gorgonzola or Stilton, and with aged, slightly spicy hard cheeses. Serve lightly chilled at around 14–16°C (57–61°F) for optimal balance between freshness and sweetness. Decanting for about 30 minutes can help open up the aromatics, particularly in the wine’s first few years, though it can also be enjoyed directly from the bottle for a more primary, fruit-driven expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomini Veneti is the premium label of Cantina Valpolicella Negrar, a historic cooperative founded in 1933 in the heart of Valpolicella Classica. Over the decades, the winery has played a key role in developing and promoting the region’s great reds, particularly Amarone and Recioto, by focusing on vineyard selection and elevating quality standards. 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